Ok.. After the feedback on the bed prep I'd decided to cut back greatly
on how much I'm putting down and to just layer in some good peat and
manure before I till it all in after the initial kill off with CLEAR
plastic.


Now.. Moving on, what are your opinions on these drip irrigation methods.

1.) 1/2" Drip Tape with emitters welded to it on 12" Spacing.

At around $47 for 500', it's a good price but I'm wondering about the
emitters clogging over time.. Hmmm..

2. ) 1/4" Drilled Soaker Hose with holes at 6" Spacing

A little more, at $56 for 500' but no emitters. Just holes in the tube
to allow water flow. Might be less worry about clogging up.

3.) 1/2" PC Drip Line, hole spacing 12", 18" or 24" - Closer = More $$$

Freakin expensive. At $124 for 500' it's too much for my taste.. I'm
sure it lasts for years and years though but not worth it IMO.



I'm leaning to the #2 option as it's cheap, doesn't require much to set
up and uses holes instead of micro emitters that may clog easier.

At any rate, I want to test drip irrigation out on the garden first and
then if satisfied expand to include the various flower beds around the
house.

Looking forward to your opinions as always.


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